The imperial forces of Kurgh are closing in on Akogiland and only the intervention of Queen Rosalia has brought order to the sessions of the council. Even a squadron of Nosjir pilots has joined the anti-imperial alliance, and Masahiko has been dragged back into the service. Karula has a bold plan for taking the war right to Kurgh's front door, but will any of the comrades come out unscathed?